Mother Marie Thomas d’Aquin and the Sisters of the Jeanne d’Arc Institute: A Congregation of Forward-thinking Women

Welcome to this website dedicated to the cherished legacy of the Sisters of the Jeanne d’Arc Institute and their remarkable founder, Mother Marie Thomas d’Aquin.

Through this website, you will be inspired by the journey of extraordinary women driven by a shared vocation: hospitality and openness to others.

Attentive teachers, inspiring educators, musicians, painters, and camp counselors, these women of many talents have touched countless lives with their generosity and humanity. Today, only five remain to carry on this spirit of sharing and openness, but their story, their work, and their mission continue to resonate.

Enhance your experience by exploring an exceptional collection of archival photos and unique artefacts, carefully preserved at the Vanier Museopark.

A captivating immersion into the history and mission of these exceptional women awaits you.